Early Bird Speedboat Tour to Phi Phi Islands from Phuket

Sunrise speedboat to Maya Bay and three island stops before the crowds arrive

An early-morning speedboat tour from Phuket to the Phi Phi Islands with stops at Maya Bay, Bamboo Island and Rang Yai Island, departing before dawn to catch the sunrise and beat the day crowds. The tour includes continental breakfast at the marina, buffet lunch on Phi Phi Don Island, snorkeling gear, and round-trip hotel pickup. The boat carries a maximum of 25 passengers for comfort on the 7.5-hour day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Early morning Phi Phi Islands tour

• Enjoy breakfast before boarding boat
• Travel to Phi Phi Islands
• Visit Phi Phi Leh island
• Explore Maya Bay
• Swim and snorkel at Bamboo Island
• Swim and snorkel at Rang Yai Island
• Lunch on Phi Phi Don Island
• Return to Phuket hotel

The experience

The boat leaves Phuket in the early morning so you catch the sunrise over the Phi Phi Islands before other tour groups arrive. Breakfast is served at Royal Phuket Marina before boarding, and the speedboat, equipped with three energy-efficient engines, makes quick work of the crossing to Phi Phi Leh, where vertical cliffs frame small sandy beaches and clear turquoise water. The itinerary includes Maya Bay, the sheltered cove where 100-metre cliffs rise on three sides and the main beach stretches about 200 metres of white sand. Note that boats currently pass the bay rather than land there while restoration work continues, and the operator arranges an alternative stop nearby.

From there you move to Bamboo Island and Rang Yai Island, both offering white sand beaches and snorkeling in shallow coral waters. Snorkeling equipment (mask, flippers, floating aids and life jackets) is provided on board. Lunch is a buffet served on Phi Phi Don Island, the largest of the group, and the boat supplies snacks, soft drinks, juice, water and fresh fruit throughout the day. Hotel pickup runs 30 to 90 minutes before departure depending on where you're staying, and you're back at your hotel by early afternoon with the rest of the day free.

The speedboat is licensed for 45 passengers but limited to 25 on this tour, which changes how the day feels: less crowded at the stops and more room to move on board. A live guide speaks English and Thai. Weather and sea conditions determine whether the tour runs, and the operator reserves the right to modify the itinerary for safety. If conditions force a cancellation, an alternative date or refund is offered.

What’s included

• Continental breakfast at Royal Phuket Marina.
• buffet lunch on Phi Phi Don Island.
• round-trip hotel pickup from Phuket.
• snorkeling equipment including mask, flippers, floating aids and life jackets.
• snacks, soft drinks, juice, water and fresh fruit on board.
• National Park fee.

Options for this experience

2 options

Guide in English or Thai07:30

Guide in English or Thai08:00

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30 and 08:00

AgesAdult (12 to 70 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by I Asia Thailand

Is this one for you?The early departure is what puts you at the islands before the crowds and lets you see the sunrise. If you want to avoid the midday rush and the packed beaches, this timing is the trade-off that makes it possible. The boat holds only 25 people instead of the maximum 45, which changes how the stops feel and how much space you have on board, so if you prefer a smaller group experience, this tour delivers it.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Thai.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years). Under 4: they can't be included in the booking.

What is Maya Bay like when we get there?

Maya Bay is a sheltered cove ringed by 100-metre cliffs on three sides, with a main beach of white sand about 200 metres long, clear water and colourful coral reef. Currently boats pass the bay rather than land while restoration work continues, and an alternative nearby stop is arranged instead.

How early does the boat leave Phuket?

The tour departs in the early morning to catch the sunrise over the islands. Hotel pickup begins 30 to 90 minutes before the departure time, depending on your hotel location.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes, snorkeling gear including mask, flippers, floating aids and life jackets are provided on board for all three island stops.

What meals and drinks are included?

Continental breakfast is served at Royal Phuket Marina before boarding, buffet lunch is provided on Phi Phi Don Island, and the boat supplies snacks, soft drinks, juice, water and fresh fruit throughout the day.

How many people travel on the boat?

The speedboat is licensed for 45 passengers but the tour limits the group to 25 people to keep the experience less crowded and more comfortable on board.